Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
16731-55-8
Name of the chemical
Dipotassium disulphite
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Version
6.12
Revision date
2025-07-10
Product name
Potassium disulfite
CAS No.
16731-55-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H318
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.3 Other hazards
Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage.
Supplemental label elements
Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Prevention
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Skin irritation : Category 2 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Other hazards Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.
